Learn How To Invest In Indie Films
You're an investor. You love movies. You want to invest in film but aren't sure how it all works...
Welcome! This is a great place to start.
Below is a table of contents, an ever-evolving "blog-book", if you will. As I write, the words below will become links.
The goal is to help you understand how to invest in indie films, how they make money, and everything in between.
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Table Of Contents
Development
How to find an idea worthy of the big screen
Understanding film investment risk vs potential returns
Key metrics for evaluating film projects
Obtaining the rights to a story
Choosing between multiple movie ideas
How to take pitches as a film investor
How to pitch your film projects
Demand-side sales for filmmakers
Working with a creative team to develop an indie film
The "How To Work With Me" Doc that every investor and producer needs
How We're Green-lighting Projects at Craftsman Films
How to find a producer for your indie film
Financing
Three principles for film financing
How much to invest in an indie film
Tax incentives and film financing structures
Building an indie film investment portfolio
Due diligence checklist for film investors
How to host events for investors
Understanding the Film Waterfall
Production
How to visit a film set as an executive producer
The different crew roles on an independent film
Key production milestones investors should monitor
Understanding production insurance and completion bonds
Post-Production
Understanding the post-production timeline
Key decision points for investors during post
Post-production cost management
Indie Film Marketing & Distribution
How to spend your marketing budget for the theatrical release of your indie film
Marketing spend vs ROI in indie film
How to find a distributor
Who should distribute your indie film
How we distributed our two indie films in theaters
Three ways to distribute your film in theaters
Understanding distribution deals and terms
International sales and markets
Alternative distribution strategies (streaming, VOD)
Exit Strategies & Returns
When and how investors get paid
Understanding film revenue streams
Case studies of successful indie film investments
Common pitfalls and how to avoid them